Oasis Splash Pad at The Living Desert
The Living Desert Zoo and Gardens, Palm Desert, CA
Best for
Toddlers through elementary ages
Hours
Splash pad open daily 9:00-16:00.
Price
Splash pad access is included with zoo admission or membership.
Visit style
Destination add-on within a zoo day
Editor's Take
A smart pick when you want splash time folded into a bigger Palm Desert destination day rather than a standalone local park stop.
Best Fit
- Families already planning a zoo visit
- Mixed-age groups needing a cool-down break
- Parents who want a full outing beyond just water play
- Visitors who value lockers and managed destination amenities
- Families seeking a free municipal splash pad
- Quick neighborhood drop-ins
- Visitors who do not want to pay broader attraction admission
At a Glance
Venue type
Age groups
Water features
Family amenities
Cost
Shade level
Bathroom access
Fencing
Surface type
Accessibility and comfort
Visit options
Season model
Toddler-friendly
Verified only
Operator type
Hours vary with season or weather
Plan Your Visit
- Children must be supervised at all times.
- Food is not allowed inside the splash pad.
- No glass containers.
- No running, pushing, or rough play.
- No water toys.
- No climbing or sitting on spray features.
Pricing Snapshot
The Oasis Splash Pad at The Living Desert is a destination-style water play area built into a larger zoo day, making it especially useful for families who want to break up animal exhibits with a cooling stop. The splash pad is included with general admission or membership and runs with posted daily hours separate from the zoo's broader schedule. Expect a more structured visit than at a neighborhood spray park, with posted attire and safety rules, nearby lockers, and enough surrounding attractions to turn the outing into a full day.
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Best for
Toddlers through elementary ages
Hours
Splash pad open daily 9:00-16:00.
Price
Splash pad access is included with zoo admission or membership.
Visit style
Destination add-on within a zoo day
Phone
(760) 346-5694Address
47900 Portola Avenue
Palm Desert, CA, 92260
Last updated
April 10, 2026
Verification summary
Last verified: April 10, 2026
Checked against 1 public source.
Source
Ai Region Research
April 10, 2026
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